Another traditional German cookie enjoyed particularly during the Christmas season. These Hazelnut Macaroons have a fabulous texture with a very delicately crisp exterior and a delightfully chewy interior. Using just three ingredients, they're super easy and quick to make. … Continue reading →

One of the most famous and beloved of all German Christmas cookies, Bethmännchen have been a favorite for almost 200 years. With a firm exterior and delightfully chewy interior, these almond-studded marzipan cookies will win your heart - or at least your palate. No German … Continue reading →

A traditional German Christmas treat, Heidesand are delicious shortbread cookies that are made with browned butter. A personal favorite, we made these every Christmas growing up along with several other German holiday classics, many of which I'll be posting, so stay … Continue reading →

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I can't praise this cake enough. It is perfection. The texture is exquisite and the flavor is so wonderful. It's fantastic on its own, but when served with the eggnog custard sauce it not only … Continue reading →

This cake represents a match made in heaven: Chocolate and butterscotch folded into a sweet and tender pumpkin cake, topped with a buttery walnut and cinnamon streusel, and drizzled with sugar icing. Yummmmm! … Continue reading →

I've been making some gluten-free baked goods lately. No, I haven't turned gluten-free. And no particular reason other than just wanting to master the art and to do some experimenting. Today I'm sharing one of the results with you: Perfect Gluten-free Chocolate Chip … Continue reading →

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Today I’m sharing a taste of Britain with you, a quintessential dessert that has been enjoyed at tea time for ages. Exquisitely rich buttercream and jam are sandwiched between two delicately soft and buttery sponge … Continue reading →

With a super tender, moist crumb, filled with sweet and plump fresh cherries, and generously laced and dotted with heavenly marzipan, this cake will win you over after the first bite. And DO NOT skip over this recipe because you're thinking, "Dang it, I don't have marzipan … Continue reading →

Growing up in Germany, home to the world's most famous marzipan, I was practically raised on this stuff. Well, not really, but I wouldn't have protested had my parents tried :) If you're looking for an authentic marzipan recipe that's easy to make, is much cheaper than … Continue reading →

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A delicious lemony cake punctuated with those preserved lemons we've been raving so much about lately. This cake adds bits of chewy candied ginger and gets a double dose of lemon in the … Continue reading →

This carrot cake is made a little differently. The carrots are cooked and pureed before being added to the batter resulting in a sweeter flavor, a richer texture, and a deliciously moist crumb.
I've always loved carrot cake. And I'm not really sure if that's because of … Continue reading →

The creation of this cake resulted from two things: First and foremost, a massive craving for something sweet (ever experience that?) and secondly, I had two pears on the verge of death that were pleading to be used. What goes well with pears? Caramel. What goes well … Continue reading →

An elegant and delicious treat to enjoy during the Christmas season. Alternatively, use natural green food coloring and dip the chocolate in crushed green candy canes. These beautiful and yummy meringues are guaranteed to impress your family and friends! … Continue reading →

Ice cream has always been a personal weakness. And then I married a man with the same weakness. Great. In fact, his goes back at least a couple of generations. I think there's a "compulsive ice cream eater" gene is the Killebrew line. Fortunately for my husband and I, … Continue reading →

Cranberries, another highly nutritious "superfruit", are nestled in this moist butter and sour cream-based streusel cake along with ground almonds and a hint of orange. This cake was no sooner placed on the cake platter than it was stampeded by the clatter of eager forks … Continue reading →

Lemon custards, puddings and pies have been made and enjoyed since the Middle Ages. Meringue came on board some time during the 1600's and then, in the 1800's, Swiss baker Alexander Frehse came up with the brilliant idea of combining the two - lemon and meringue - to make … Continue reading →

Besan Ki what?? The name, yes the name. And it's precisely the name that drew my attention to it in the first place and intrigued me enough to give this traditional Pakistani treat a try. If you had come across a sweet called "barfi", wouldn't you have wanted to try it … Continue reading →

I love pretty much any baked goods with lemon. Can't think of an exception. Lemon has a way of bringing carbs to life, which is probably why lemon zest is a central component to German and European baking at large. That and butter. Must have butter. But these muffins … Continue reading →

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A few months ago when I was trying to think of ideas to use up a large batch of fresh strawberries, the idea of using popovers in place of traditional shortcake came to mind. … Continue reading →

My family's health is of utmost importance to me, especially my kids' health. I'm always looking for creative ways to incorporate healthy ingredients into my cooking and baking. This cake is no exception and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am about it! I felt like … Continue reading →

I know the title sounds terribly bold and audacious. I mean, let's face it - Otis Spunkmeyer makes some pretty dang good tasting muffins. And his Almond Poppy Seed muffins are no exception. But mine rival his for two reasons: 1) The list of ingredients in my … Continue reading →

I couldn't take it anymore. After two carb-free days to lose the 2 pounds I had gained after an indulgent week, I had to have CARBS. A few days ago I was back down to my desired weight and I approached the day with a smile on my face. An almost intoxicated giddiness set … Continue reading →

I purchased some marvelous hazelnut oil from an international grocery store in Seattle a week ago. I finally opened it and inhaled...deeply. The aroma, oh my, the aroma! I bought it with the intention of using it as a finishing oil, primarily for salads and vegetables. … Continue reading →

Mmmmmm, wouldn't you love a slice of this right now? I would! I Love key lime pie. That's right, "Love" with a capital "L". I have to tell you, I've tried several recipes, including more complicated and time-consuming ones, but not one has been better than this one. … Continue reading →

Quick to make, easy to assemble, and visually appealing. A lovely, original alternative to traditional strawberry shortcake. You can substitute any berry of your choice.
The idea for these came on whim as I was making popovers to go with a stew. While handling and … Continue reading →

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